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In 2019 a review into chiropractic care for children was launched in Victoria. The Victorian health minister was already making assumptions about the outcome when she made the announcement. These assumptions were very obviously not positively geared towards chiropractic. Part of the review was an online survey. Both the public and health practitioners from all around Australia were invited to participate.

An overwhelming 21,824 submissions were received from members of the public who had accessed chiropractic spinal care for a child under 12 years. This is the largest number of submissions received to date through Engage.Vic, which is the Victorian Government's Online Consultation platform.

The public responses indicated very strong consumer satisfaction. Of all respondents, 99.7% reported a positive experience with the chiropractic care of their children. The overwhelming majority of parents reported that chiropractic care helped their child, with 98% indicating that their child improved after treatment.

This shows a patient satisfaction that many health professions would be envious of.

So what exactly do chiropractors do with babies that results in such a group of satisfied parents?

Today I'm speaking with Dr Catherine Kenyon, chiropractor of twelve years who is extremely passionate about helping families achieve optimal health and wellbeing through her holistic style of chiropractic. Catherine has such a craving for learning, in her first year out of university she began a three year course in paediatric chiropractic to expand her knowledge of this unique age group. At the same time she also studied attended weekend seminars in Applied Kinesiology. Once finishing both those extended courses, Catherine began her journey into another chiropractic technique – NET. These three qualifications give her a unique and very holistic approach to her patients health.

Catherine has a particular interest in helping families of young babies learn all they can about optimising development from birth; through her discussions on developmental milestones, to her tummy time workshops and everything in between.

In our chat, Catherine explores:

> How birth can be a trauma for babies and the role an adjustment can play post birth for their health and development. > The impacts and contributing factors of flat head syndrome and ways you can prevent this in your little one. > The brain development of babies & thoughts on creating sleep routines at an early age. > What the normal major motor development stages of a baby are and how to make decisions to assist them. > Using carriers safely for both Mum and baby.

> The best way to keep babies safe while travelling in the car.

Plus more!

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/helping-babies-to-develop-thrive-with-dr-catherine-kenyon

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Are you intrigued with how your little ones' immunity works? Perhaps it feels like they're getting sick all the time? As winter is here and the sniffles have well and truly arrived, I've invited Naturopath Jessica Donovan onto the podcast to chat about what's normal when it comes to kids immunity. Plus empowering you to support your little ones' for the chilly months ahead. In this episode Jessica shares:

> Why kids often get sick more than we do as adults.

> The main differences between the Naturopathic and modern medicine approaches to infections and immunity.

> What are the main contributors to poor immunity in kids.

> What foods can boost your kids immune systems.

> One powerful lifestyle factor you can work on to strengthen your families immune defences.

Plus loads more!

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/understanding-your-little-ones-immunity

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Eager to learn more? Find out 3 effective ways to naturally boost your kids' immunity, to avoid a winter full of sickness in Naturopath Jessica Donovan's free masterclass. You can save your FREE seat here.

Do you want to know how coffee can actually improve your hormones & fertility? I thought you'd be intrigued.

Last week I introduced one powerful practise for detoxing, particularly in the weeks, months and years leading up to a conscious conception. You can catch up here.

This week, I wanted to share more for you if you're ready to step it up when it comes to detoxing your body, reducing inflammation & therefore balancing hormones preconception... & yes, it involves coffee!

My friend & fellow Naturopath Kirsty King is back to educate & inspire you to get your coffee on... or shall I say in?

Today I'm excited today for you to share more on one of our fav detox methods of drum roll.... coffee enemas. You will learn:

If you're considering coffee enemas for the first time you're probably screwing up your face or thinking you'll never do that. But truth is, that was my first reaction too. I first learnt about the benefits of enemas while studying Naturopathy and it took me a good 5 years to actually go ahead and try one.

This topic was also something my friends had a giggle over and I remember it was a talking point on my hens day as, I was telling them how I'd be doing one the next day for reducing my hens hangover.

In my chat with Kirsty, you will learn:

• How a coffee enema helps you to detox and increase your powerful antioxidant function.
• When to consider a coffee enema.
• How to easily perform a coffee enema.
• The difference between a coffee and chamomile tea enema.
• When you would do a colonic instead of a coffee enema.

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/how-coffee-can-help-your-hormones-fertility

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Are you seeking safe detoxification practises that will support your hormones, gut and fertility health?

I remember the first few times I recommended detox practises (other than diet and natural medicine supplements) to my patients... going back over ten years ago now.

I would get side ways looks and I could see their thoughts of me being some kind of witch doctor were running through their heads. I also used to write blog posts back in the 'notes' section of Facebook, yep that's showing my age. My friends named me 'Naturo Nerd' for some of the so called whacky practises I would write about.

But credit to most of my patients, they gave my recommendations a go and I got to witness improvements in hormone, gut, skin and reproductive health as they persisted alongside my supportive dietary guidelines and natural medicine supplementation.

After releasing the revamped version of my Preconception Guide last week, called Path To Conscious Conception, I wanted to share with you one powerful detox practise that can support your health in the lead up to bringing a baby into your world.

Introducing... castor oil packs.

In this episode learn:

- How castor oil packs can improve your health, including hormones, fertility, gut health, pain and anxiety.

- What a castor oil pack is

- Tips around performing a castor oil pack

- What type of castor oil to look for

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/my-fav-detox-practise-for-hormone-balancing-gut-health-fertility-support

PRECONCEPTION HEALTH GUIDE: https://www.glowingmumma.com/PTCC

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Do you want to know what steps you can take to educate and protect the children in your life from sexual abuse? Of course you do.

When it comes to childhood sexual abuse, we can no longer put our heads in the sand. I know it's a heavy topic, but one that requires awareness and education around what steps can be taken to both prevent and take action to protect children from sexual harm.

After recently waking up to the extent of paedophilia right here in Australia and having another eye opening conversation in episode 28, I wanted to do more.

I recently ordered a copy of the childhood picture book 'Only For Me' and invited author, Michelle Derrig to continue this conversation and help keep our children safe.

In episode 33, Michelle explores:

• The most vulnerable ages for sexual abuse and the disturbing stats around child sexual abuse here in Australia.
• What signs and indications to look out for as a parent to pick up if a child has been sexually abused.
• What steps should to take if you suspect childhood sexual abuse has occurred.
• Important steps to take, to educate children and keep them safe from sexual harm.

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES:

https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/protecting-your-little-ones-from-sexual-abuse-with-michelle-derrig

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How long has it been since you've had your teeth checked? You may be surprised to learn that your oral health can impact the rest of your body, contributing to inflammation and impacting your fertility outcomes.

As my teeth were being cleaned at my last dental check up, I was fascinated to hear my holistic dentist, Dr Vanessa Platt, chat about this topic. Once I rinsed, spat and could speak again, naturally I asked her to come onto the podcast to share this important info with you all.

In this episode Dr Platt covers:

• The importance of oral health, particularly throughout preconception, pregnancy and breastfeeding stages of life.
• What you should consider in your preconception stage of life when it comes to your teeth.
• Foundational health practises to enhance oral health.
• Simple hacks to protect your teeth from acidic foods and drinks (like lemon water and apple cider vinegar).
• A natural remedy to soothe sensitive teeth and bleeding gums and a low-tox mouth wash recipe that won't disrupt your beneficial oral microbiome.
• Recommendations for women who may have to have major dental work done such throughout pregnancy or breastfeeding, to protect your baby.
• What are amalgam fillings and the potential issues this may causing if you have them in your teeth.
• Recommendations of amalgam removal and alternative options.
• What is a root canal and what your alternative options are.
• How improper breathing could lead to ADHD and bedwetting in your little ones and steps for encouraging correct breathing again.

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/how-your-oral-health-impacts-fertility-health-so-much-more-with-dr-vanessa-platt

GUIDE TO OPTIMISE YOUR VITAMIN D: https://www.glowingmumma.com/vitd-guide

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Are you sleeping, dining, driving, working and playing in a soup of electromagnetic radiation?

I know, it seems a bit far fetched, but in today's society most people, including babies (as well as bubba's still in the womb) and young children, are bombarded with EMF exposure regularly throughout the day.

To shed light on the very relevant topic in today's society, I invited Kristin Irwanto, co-founder of the radiation shielding business RadiaSmart, onto the podcast.

In this episode we explored...

>> The different types of EFM's are and how you may be exposed to them on a daily basis.

>> What the research is suggesting are the potential symptoms, conditions and dangers of EFM exposure, to your health.

>> In what situations you are most susceptible to the dangers of EMF exposure.

>> Steps to minimise your exposure to and protect yourself from EMF's inside and outside the home.

>> Success stories of customers who have minimised EMF exposure symptoms using RadiaSmart products.

......

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.kaseywillson.com/blog/gaining-protection-from-the-dangers-of-emf-s

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Growing up on a farm, I loved calfing season. We'd check on the cows each day and admired nature unfolding from a distance, as the new borns calves who had entered the world. Something that fascinated me was how the Mumma cows instinctively consumed their placenta straight after birth.

This memory came back to me as it was my turn to prepare for birth and I was researching the benefits of placenta consumption.

At first, this may sound icky, but for me it seemed natural and resonated as something that would help to nurture me post birth. Instead of whizzing it up into a smoothie, I opted for a placenta encapsulation service from Rebecca at Blooming in Adelaide and found it help my post birth moods and milk production.

I know you've probably got some questions... and perhaps objections, so I've invited Rebecca onto the podcast to chat about the process, along with her wisdom as a lactation consultant and orofacial myologist.

In episode 30 of the Glowing Mumma Thriving Bubba podcast, Rebecca explores...

> The process of placenta encapsulation and how it may benefit you as a new mum.

> Causes of pain when breastfeeding and signs to looks out for attachment issues.

> What a correct attachment should look at feel like while breastfeeding.

> Tongue & lip ties- what they are, how they may impact your baby and toddler and what are the signs to detect tongue or lip ties.

> Steps for tongue or lip tie treatment.

> Exercises to perform yourself on your baby, before you are able to access treatment of tongue or lip ties.

> How dummies and finger sucking can impact facial development and function.

> How orofacial myology may help your baby toddler or child with correct facial development.

> The causes of mouth breathing and why it's important to transition out of this habit.

> Navigating a biting breastfeeding baby or toddler.

Plus so much more!

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/placenta-encapsulation-breastfeeding-guidance-with-rebecca-kubenk

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Sleep. Ahh precious sleep.

Have to admit, I didn't receive much of it for two years after bringing our baby girl into the world and this seems to be our biggest ongoing challenge, which presents in different ways as our daughter grows up.

I know I'm not alone, so I invited Holistic Sleep Mumma, Tracey Murray onto the podcast to give us all some tips. I sure have befitted from her guidance and if you have little ones in your household, I know you will too.

In this episode, Tracey covers and gives practical guidance for:

• How much sleep babies and toddlers need in the day and night.
• What to consider when creating a sleep routine.
• How to assist little one's sleeping when you're out of the home.
• Navigating sleep regression and how to honour your babies. developmental changes.
• How to transition away from from feeding or rocking to sleep, if and when you are ready.
• What the sleep cycle are and how to help your baby connect their sleep cycles, for a more restful night...for the whole household.
• Navigating the transition from a cot to a bed.
• What signs to look out for when considering dropping your child's day nap.
• How to overcome a cheeky little one who keeps escaping the bed at lights out.

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/holistic-sleep

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I first met Nicole Joy around seven years ago when I spoke to the full room of women about foods for hormone balancing, at her Feed Your Soul event, here in Adelaide.

After listening to Nicole share her story that day, I felt inspired by her life journey so far, overcoming struggles and continually chasing her dream of what lit up her soul.

I invited Nicole onto the podcast so you too can be inspired and gain hope from her experiences. From an eating disorder, to fertility challenges, Nicole shares her raw and honest journey of becoming Mum, her top lessons from motherhood and insights into building self confidence from within.

We also go much deeper, exposing a dark topic that needs to be exposed for childhood safety worldwide and why she is on a mission to support the work of Project Rescue Children.

Grab you tissues as you come on the emotional rollercoaster within this episode as Nicole shares her message of hope, inspires you with secrets of confidence and drops truth bombs and info that'll break your heart, give you an overwhelming sense of gratitude and make you think twice about how you show up online.

GLOWING MUMMA THRIVING BUBBA SHOWNOTES: https://www.glowingmumma.com/blog/building-confidence-from-within-with-nicole-joy

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